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Sauerkraut: It’s Not Just For Bratwurst AnymoreSauerkraut, while usually paired with bratwurst and mustard, has so much more to offer than most people realize. Not only is it delicious, nutritious, and easy to make, it has origins that can be traced through and even beyond its German name. After touching on the history and benefits of this tasty fermented vegetable, we’ll show you how to make it yourself and tell you why you shouldn’t wait for Oktoberfest to put it on your plate.The Origins of S …

Fermenting in Mason JarsFor beginners, choosing a fermentation vessel can be as simple as going to your cupboard and pulling out one of the glass mason jars hiding in the corner. There are many great fermentation vessels on the market, but mason jars are by far the easiest vessel to use for several reasons - they are inexpensive, are available in many sizes, they are easy to find, and the clear glass allows you to see how your ferments are progressing. Another timesaving advantage of fermenting …

Why Vegetables Should Be Fermenting In Your Kitchen If you don’t have vegetables fermenting in your kitchen right now, you’re missing out. Fermenting vegetables by preserving them in liquid improves their nutritional profile and results in a tangy, crunchy, delicious final product. Kimchi and sauerkraut are popular variations, but almost any vegetable will ferment when submerged in liquid with salt and / or another starter culture added. Fermented vegetables also last for many months …

Did you know that some dehydrated foods can last up to 25 years when stored properly? While that is true, I personally try to eat my dehydrated foods within about five years for maximum nutrition, texture, and taste.There are a few ways you can store dehydrated foods to extend the shelf life. The first is by using a mason jar, canning lid, and a canning jar sealing kit. The second is by using mylar bags with oxygen absorbers. Both are effective but based on how you use your dehydrated food you m …

Reliable, durable, and convenient, the SureSeal Vacuum Sealer is a kitchen workhorse. Once you see how easy it is to seal and store meat, fish, vegetables, and fruits, you’ll wonder how you got along without it!A vacuum sealer removes the air surrounding food that has been placed in a vacuum seal bag or container, and then it creates an airtight seal. When it comes to preserving foods, vacuum sealing has so many benefits over other storage methods. Foods stay fresher, don’t get stale, and are ea …

I received my SureSeal from Roots and Harvest and immediately fell in love! I’ve had the other brands’ food sealers and while they worked just fine, their design was a little cumbersome, especially for storage.The fact that the SureSeal bag compartment is attached to the sealer is a game changer! And just as easily, you can remove the compartment that holds the bags. Love it. The best part, however, was the storage of the SureSeal. The machine is created to be set on its side and it conveniently …